The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) in Sibiu, Romania is 626 kilometers (389 miles / 338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Romania. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:47 in Istanbul, it's 15:47 in Sibiu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,171 feet between the two airports. Sibiu International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Sibiu (SBZ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 142° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.